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Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact

Scientific Name: Betula nigra 'Studetec'

Also Known As

  • Betula nigra 'Tecumseh Compact'
  • Betula nigra Tecumseh Compacta™
  • Tecumseh Compact River Birch

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact plant details

Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: black walnut tolerant, bonsai, cascading, compact, container plant, dwarf, rain garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity, pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Weeping branches and a compact habit (to only 12' x 12' instead of 40'!) make this a delightful birch for a smaller yard or border. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact plant

How to Grow Betula nigra Tecumseh Compact

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Betula albo-sinensis, Betula albosinensis, Betula albosinensis 'Septentrionalis', Betula albosinensis var. septentrionalis, Chinese Red Birch

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 40'-50'

Width: 30'-40'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka White stemmed Birch

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 10'-50'

Width: 6'-15'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Scientific Name: Betula nigra 'Cully'

aka Betula nigra 'Cully' Heritage®, Betula nigra 'Heritage', Betula nigra Heritage®, Cully River Birch, Heritage River Birch

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 30'-80'

Width: 25'-40'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Betula pendula 'Cutleaf', Cutleaf European White Birch, Cutleaf Weeping Birch

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

2a-8b

Size

Height: 40'

Width: 20'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Betula pendula 'Trost's Dwarf', Trost's Dwarf European White Birch

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture
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